BNI Ave Maria

08/05/2026

Another great Wednesday morning at BNI Ave Maria!

This week’s meeting included a fantastic feature presentation from Aymee Hernandez, our Hair Stylist, who shared more about her services and expertise.

🏆 Brenda Saenz-Benavidez, representing Aluminum Installation, presented the Best Presentation Award to Jesus Delgado, our Financial Advisor.

👏 We also welcomed three new members:

• Kyle Freundt — Residential Roofing
• Chris Connor — Golf Carts
• Matt Arick — Builder/General Contractor

🤝 After the meeting, Monica Gatt, representing Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning, and Eddlys Garcia, representing Banking Services, were spotted continuing to build their professional relationship through a one-to-one.

BNI is about developing trusted relationships, supporting fellow members, and helping one another grow through qualified referrals. If you own or represent a business and are interested in visiting BNI Ave Maria, reach out to one of our members. We would love to welcome you!

We meet every Wednesday from 7:45–9:15 a.m. at Ave Maria University.

07/30/2026

Yesterday was a milestone for BNI Ave Maria!

Exactly six months after launching our chapter, we held our first meeting at Ave Maria University through our new partnership with The Institute.

This new venue gives our chapter room to grow while creating exciting opportunities for our members and the greater Ave Maria business community. Whether you are a solo professional, a family-owned business, a nonprofit, or part of a larger organization, BNI Ave Maria welcomes businesses of all sizes.

We are grateful to The Institute at Ave Maria University for welcoming us, and we are excited about what this partnership will mean for the future of our chapter.

Interested in growing your business through meaningful relationships and qualified referrals? Come visit us!

We meet every Wednesday from 7:45 to 9:15 a.m. at the Bob Thomas Student Union Ballroom at Ave Maria University. Contact any BNI Ave Maria member to plan your visit.

07/14/2026

📣 Calling All Local Business Owners!

Looking to grow your business through quality referrals and meaningful business relationships?

BNI Ave Maria is inviting local business owners, entrepreneurs, and professionals to visit one of our weekly networking meetings and experience firsthand how referral marketing can help your business grow.

We're especially excited to announce that, beginning Wednesday, July 22, our chapter will begin meeting at our new home on the beautiful campus of Ave Maria University through our partnership with The Institute of Ave Maria.

Meeting Details
📅 This Week: Wednesday, July 15 at The Pub of Ave Maria
📅 Beginning July 22: The Institute of Ave Maria on the campus of Ave Maria University
🕢 Time: 7:45 AM – 9:15 AM

Your first visit is completely free, with no obligation. Come meet local business professionals, make new connections, and see if BNI is the right fit for your business.

Please register in advance, as visitor seating is limited:

Reserve Your Complimentary Visitor Seat here:
https://bniswfl.com/fl-paradise-coast-bni-ave-maria/en-US/visitorregistration?chapterId=45706

Whether you're an established business owner or just getting started, we'd love to welcome you as our guest.

07/14/2026